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    Canonnières (en. Gunboats)

    /kanɔnjɛʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Small war vessels that are armed with cannons.
    Gunboats were used for coastal bombardment missions.
    Les canonnières étaient utilisées pour des missions de bombardement côtier.
    Fast ships, often used for reconnaissance.
    The gunboat spotted the enemy before it was too late.
    La canonnière a repéré l'ennemi avant qu'il ne soit trop tard.

    Etymology

    From the French word 'canon', which refers to a piece of artillery.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    fire from a gunboat
    To shoot from a small warship.
    faire feu depuis une canonnière
    be onboard a gunboat
    To be on a warship armed with cannons.
    être à bord d'une canonnière
    use gunboats
    To employ these types of ships for military missions.
    utiliser des canonnières

    Related Words

    cannon
    An artillery piece used on boats.
    canon
    ship
    A large boat designed for transport or war.
    navire
    military
    Related to the army or warfare.
    militaire

    Slang Meanings

    A type of impressive boat.
    We affectionately call it 'the gunboat' because of its size.
    On l'appelle affectueusement 'la canonnière' à cause de sa taille.
    A boat having a robust reputation.
    This boat model is a true gunboat on the water.
    Ce modèle de bateau est une véritable canonnière sur l'eau.